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From worker to start-up - how to plan your escape
Most people who launch a start-up venture are aware of the heavy sacrifices they will need to make for their business to really fly. But few have take... Read More -
Top 10 small business scams
Small businesses are often targeted by scams on the assumption that they are keen to exploit opportunities that will make them money, as well as their... Read More -
Mumpreneurs' secrets of success
They might be juggling naptimes, school runs and mashed banana, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t time for starting a business. Read More -
Tomorrow's start-up opportunities
Shifting consumer habits will play a major role in identifying the leading start-up opportunities of next year, research prepared for StartupSmart ... Read More -
How to write a successful business plan
The founder of start-up business Sweet Leaf Tea explains how to write a business plan. Read More -
Start with the right structure
Selecting the right structure is one of the most important decisions you can make when starting up a business. Read More -
Out of the box
Some of the best start-up ideas sprout from hum-drum daily chores. And there aren’t many more uninteresting tasks than lugging cardboard boxes around.... Read More -
Generation Y keen to go it alone
People aged 18 to 25 will be more entrepreneurial than the previous generation, with nearly a third expecting to start up a business, according to new... Read More -
How do I know if my idea is strong enough to start a business?
I am keen to go it alone in business and have several well-formed ideas. How do I assess the strength of each idea to ensure I start up the right busi... Read More -
I’m stuck in a job I hate. Help!
I’m stuck in a job I hate and have a decent idea for a business, but I am wary about taking the plunge and starting up. How do I make sure I’m not tak... Read More